Mini Strawberry Tarts

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cubed and chilled
• 2 tablespoons ice water
• 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, halved
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup strawberry preserves
• 1 egg, beaten

Preparation Time: 20 minutes

Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level: 2 (Intermediate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the butter and use your fingers to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add the ice water 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
4. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a 1/8-inch thickness. Cut out 8 circles with a 3-inch round cutter.
5. Place the circles on the prepared baking sheet and prick them with a fork. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
6. In a medium bowl, combine the strawberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon. Toss to coat.
7. Spread the strawberry preserves evenly over the baked tart shells. Top with the strawberry mixture.
8. Brush the beaten egg over the edges of the tart shells.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes more, or until the filling is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
10. Let cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 50mg
• Sodium: 150mg
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 20g
• Protein: 2g

Dish Characteristics:

• Flaky, buttery crust
• Sweet and tart strawberry filling
• Perfect for a summer party or dessert
• Easy to make ahead of time

User Comments:

• "These tarts were so easy to make and they tasted amazing! The crust was perfect and the filling was just the right amount of sweetness."
• "I loved the combination of strawberries and cinnamon. It gave the tarts a unique and delicious flavor."
• "These tarts were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them and couldn't stop talking about how good they were."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overwork the dough, or the crust will be tough.
• If the dough is too dry, add a little more ice water. If it is too wet, add a little more flour.
• Let the tarts cool for at least 15 minutes before serving, or the crust will be soggy.
• For a more intense strawberry flavor, use fresh strawberries that are in season.
• If you don't have strawberry preserves, you can use any other type of fruit preserves that you like.